Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August's average high-temperature stands at a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), showing little deviation from July's 86°F (30°C). August in Columbus, Missouri, is noted for a mean low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Columbus, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout August, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Columbus, snow does not fall in April, June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Columbus. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Columbus, MO
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 65.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Columbus, MO
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Columbus, MO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Columbus, MO
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Columbus, MO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in August
Columbus, MO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Columbus, MO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Columbus, MO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Columbus, MO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Columbus, MO
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Columbus, MO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Columbus, MO
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Columbus, MO
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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